The two-pronged Dusky standard specifies that a defendant must not only understand what is happening but also be ______.

A. agreeable to waiving his or her rights
B. represented by a competent attorney
C. able to assist in his or her own defense
D. undergoing restorative treatment


C. able to assist in his or her own defense

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What will be an ideal response?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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